Sounth - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Sounth is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Thalisain and around 60 km from Pauri. Sount serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sounth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sounth is 046524. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.47 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sounth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sounth
As per Census 2011, Sounth village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 354 males and 363 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 250 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sounth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 354 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 291 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 63 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Sounth
Sounth is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sounth
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sounth.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Sounth is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sounth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sounth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sounth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sounth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sounth
Where is Sounth located?
Sounth village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sounth?
The Gram Panchayat of Sounth is Sount.
What is the pincode of Sounth?
The pincode of Sounth is 246130.
What is the population of Sounth?
Sounth has a total population of 717, including 354 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Sounth?
There are 112 households in Sounth.
What is the literacy rate in Sounth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sounth is 65.13%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 48.48%.